Five Colorado small cities are on Money magazine’s latest list of America’s 100 “best places to live,” with Arvada at #58. The magazine said it chose small cities for strong local economies, good schools, affordable homes and low crime rate, among other factors. Cites on the list range from 50,000 to 235,000 population. Other Colorado towns to make the list are Ft Collins, Broomfield, Loveland, and Highlands Ranch. The magazine boasts, "though its population now surpasses 100,000, Arvada manages to retain a small-town feel and strong sense of community." Congratulations Arvada! Olde Town is proud to be a part of such a vibrant and nationally acclaimed community.

Here is a link to the article.

July 31st, 4pm, McIlvoy Park
Fashion Fest 2010 is the first in an annual series of fashion shows to showcase fashion designers in a unique, eclectic outdoor setting unlike anything else offered in Colorado.
Fashion Fest will be open to the public, free of charge, with VIP tickets available for $25 starting June 15th, 2010. Fashion Fest 2010 will be family friendly, fun and exciting. It will allow all in 
attendance the opportunity to see that latest fashion trends to hit the Metro Denver area. There will be opportunity to meet with the designers, purchase 
fashion, entertainment and art items, and peruse the assortment of eateries that the historic downtown area provides. Visit FashionFest2010 for more details.

The fountain in Olde Town Square is on for the summer. The hours are every day:

9am-11am

12pm-2pm

4pm-6pm

8pm-10pm

Click here for some fun video of the fountain in action!

The D Note in Olde Town hosts a great Zumba class Saturday mornings at 10:30 and Wednesday mornings at 9:30.  Dia is the instructor and she also teaches at 24 Hour Fitness. Drop in rate is $8.00 (Bring a friend rate 2 for $15).  Multi-class passes lower the per class fee to $6 (10 class = $60) or $5 (20 class = $100). Make a morning of it - come to the D Note for Zumba and then take a stroll around Olde Town to check out the great boutiques, unique shops, and if you want to make up for the calories burned during class - the new sweet shop, Scrumptious, next door! Visit d.note.us for more infomation.

Charlie's FlyBox recognized by Governor as excellent small business in Colorado

Governor Bill Ritter, along with Representative Sara Gagliardi (HD-27) and Senator Moe Keller (SD-20) visited Olde Town this morning to honor Charlie Craven's accomplishments as Fly Fisher Retailer of the Year from American Angler Magazine. 

The reception was at Charlie's FlyBox on Grandview. Click here for a few photos of the event.